Thorium
“Alright guys, remember we're here to get more supplies. Now these are a technologically unadvanced people. Tech designed the clothing to suit the area and...” Jato stopped talking as Pah's clothes were burning in a pile nearby; she was now only covered by the skin-tight material of our normal suits.
“Pah we need to be incognito.”
“I'm not wearing those clothes. I can't move in them, and I certainly can't fight in them.”
“Pah...” Tech came on over the communicator. “If you wear the dress, I'll double your rations for the week and let you have the first fresh steak when it comes in.”
“Deal.” Within another few moments a red gown grew out of the suit. She seemed agitated, but didn't rip at it. I nodded over to Jato and we left out little back ally into the village proper.
“Now remember, keep things civil. We want these people's help.” Jato whispered back as he adjusted his suit. I just nodded, and shifted my helm to block the sun. It wasn't long before we spotted a group of guards and made our way over to them.
“Ho there! Visitors? Were you checked through the gate?” The largest of the men asked, he was wearing silver plate armor and a gold-rimmed cape; he seemed to be the captain.
“Uh, yes. We've from a nearby village. We've come to discuss a trade agreement with the King.” The man looked us over then turned to his companions.
“Take them to the dungeons.”
“What?”
“I don't know how spies got past our gates, but the only nearby village is at war with us. Take them away.”
“The woman as well?” One of the guards asked, grabbing Pah's arm.
“Put her in a room, under watch.” As she was dragged away from the two of us Jato turned towards her.
“Don't do anything!” He yelled as she vanished from sight.
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